Archive for the 'Wheelchair Mods' Category

Personal Energy Transport Project

Friday, October 14th, 2005

The Personal Energy Transport Project is a program that builds hand-made, hand-cranked, wheelchairs for use in the developing world, where environmental conditions such as terrain may not be suitable for traditional wheelchairs. It comes in adult and child size (pictured) and is sturdy, rugged, and has a caddy in the back for […]

Wijit Gadget Power-Assist Modification

Wednesday, October 12th, 2005

Due to be commercially available later this year, the Wijit by Superquad promises to be the “next evolution in wheelchair mobility.”
The original widget was a lever system that worked with the stock wheels on a wheelchair to improve braking, accelaration and steering.

With the new Wijit, the original lever system is built into the hub […]

IKAN releases The Bowler

Wednesday, October 12th, 2005

IKAN Sports Foundation is developing recreational and competitive sports equipment to help bridge the gap between ambulatory athletes and those will less mobility…